- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price on Oct 02
$68
Average ticket price on Oct 02
$84
Fastest journey on Oct 02
10 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 02
10 h 51 m
Trains on Oct 02
7
Distance
797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taranto to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Piacenza will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
On Fri, Oct 02, we found 7 trains from Taranto to Piacenza, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 02 the direct trains cover the 797 km distance in an average of 10 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 44 m .
On Fri, Oct 02 the slowest trains will take 10 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










The table below shows live departures for Taranto to Piacenza trains for today, Thursday, October 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 · FRECCIAROSSA 9628+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 6:10 AM Taranto station | 9h05 | 3:15 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 6:10 AM Taranto station | 9h38 | 3:48 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19830+ Intercity 608 | 6:40 AM Taranto station | 10h02 | 4:42 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19832+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 7:40 AM Taranto station | 9h35 | 5:15 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19832+ Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 7:40 AM Taranto station | 11h38 | 7:18 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 9:15 AM Taranto station | 9h00 | 6:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19834+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 9:40 AM Taranto station | 9h38 | 7:18 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 | 10:28 AM Taranto station | 10h16 | 8:44 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19836+ FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 11:30 AM Taranto station | 9h45 | 9:15 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19836+ Intercity 614 | 11:30 AM Taranto station | 11h11 | 10:41 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19838+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 12:55 PM Taranto station | 9h18 | 10:13 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 758 · InterCityNotte 754 | 8:04 PM Taranto station | 11h52 | 7:56 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Autobus FS Sud Est 11140 | 8:20 PM Taranto, Porto Mercantile | 11h36 | 7:56 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Taranto to Piacenza run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€50) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 495 miles (797 km) distance in 8h 18m.
Distance 495 miles (797 km) |
Average train duration 9h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 18m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto to Piacenza by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Taranto to Piacenza trains use the Stazione di Taranto to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Taranto and Piacenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stazione di Taranto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Gambero, Trattoria del Pescatore
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stazione di Taranto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stazione di Taranto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stazione di Taranto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stazione di Taranto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza Taranto, Mercure Delfino Taranto.
Piacenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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